Conceal and Reveal Strategies
We want to make your fit as flattering as possible, so we've asked our top stylists to offer their tips and techniques for revealing your best features (and concealing others).
| Body Area | Conceal | Reveal |
|---|---|---|
| Neck | High crew neck tops or turtlenecks will shorten a too-long neck | V-necks and wide U-necks will elongate the neck |
| Shoulders | Dark colors on top and raglan sleeves on shirts make your shoulders appear slimmer | Wide lapels or epaulets on your jackets will widen the look of your shoulders |
| Back | Dark, well fitted jackets will de-emphasize wider back regions | Halters or plunging backless dresses will show off a sexy back |
| Bust | Semi-fitted styles, darted tops, V-necks, sweetheart cuts, and single-breasted jackets, will flatter big busts | Horizontal stripes, ruffles, ruching, and empire-waist cuts will make a small bust look their best |
| Waist | Tailored cuts, such as jackets with princess seams or peplum jackets, create the illusion of a waist | Wrap dresses that tie at the waist or belts that cinch you will show off a slim waistline |
| Stomach | Empire-waist shirts and dresses, or shirts with ruching, help disguise a larger stomach | Fitted tops and sweaters in a lightweight fabric fit snugly (not clingy) will show off a smaller middle |
| Seat | Curve-skimming dresses in matte jersey will diminish the appearance of a full bottom | Pants or jeans with interesting back pockets show off your natural curves |
| Arms | Three quarter length jackets will make your arms appear slimmer by hitting at the thinnest point of your forearm | Sleeveless tops, halter tops, and strapless dresses will attract attention to pretty arms |
| Hips | Jackets that are tailored to hit at your waist and have wide shoulders balance large hips | Pants with side pockets or pocket details add curves to straight hips |
| Thighs | Boot cut or flared-leg pants counter the width of your thighs and balance your legs. A-line skirts can disguise full thighs | Stovepipe pants or skinny jeans reveal shapely thighs |
| Calves | Avoid skirts that hit at mid-calf length, which will make your calves look wider | A-line skirts that hit at the knee make calves look slimmer; high heels make your calves shapelier |
